Encyclopaedia Of Stem Cells (6 Vols. Set)

Encyclopaedia Of Stem Cells (6 Vols. Set)
Author: Amita Sarkar
Publisher: Discovery Publishing House
Total Pages: 1928
Release: 2008-01-01
Genre: Stem cells
ISBN:

The present title Encyclopaedia of Stem Cells is the amazing advancement of biotechnology. It provides the various fundamental aspects of stem cell technologies to be understood adequately. It has been compilated for graduate and undergraduate students, research scholars, teachers, practising biochemical engineers, biotechnologists, applied and industrial microbiologists, cell biologists and scientists involved in bioprocessing research and development. The basic concepts have been clearly explained and their functions are adequately highlighted. The presentation of the text is simple and systematic. The selection of chapters and topics is according to the specified syllabi of several Indian Universities and are so structured as to enable the student to move easily from the fundamental to the complex. It is our earnest hope that this title will be of great value to all our students. Volume Details: 1. Human Stem Cells; 2. Embryonic Stem Cells; 3. Plant Stem Cells; 4. Animal Stem Cells; 5. Specific Stem Cells; 6. Stem Cell Culture.

World Encyclopaedia of Nations and Nationalities

World Encyclopaedia of Nations and Nationalities
Author: E.G. Ravenstein & A.H. Keane
Publisher: Discovery Publishing House
Total Pages: 84
Release: 1997
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9788171411665

The origins and development of the fascinating variety of continents, countries and communities of the world are the engrossing subjects of the present prize set of 17 Vols. in 34 Parts of the encyclopaedia. With marvelously lucid text and equally graphic illustrations, the writers and editors present a panoramic account of the splendid variety of the family of mankind, its numerous and varied habitations, its physical, human and economic geography of man and his activities, and the living dynamic relation that mankind had with fellow communities across land and sea as well as with the planet that sustains all of them. The World Encyclopaedia of Nations and Nationalities opens to students, teachers and general readers a vast and beautiful window onto the great as well as the little known customs, manners and cultures of the world, reveals the universal geographical features and singularities of all countries in the continents, the introduces in vivid detail the many kind of inhabitants that are found world-wide. Not only is this brilliantly conceived encyclopaedia the pride of many libraries across the world, but it is also regarded as an apt companion and complement to the earlier historic work of Darwin, namely, Origin of the Species. In its comprehensive sweep and vibrant treatment the present the present volumes of this encyclopaedia will be an essential part of all libraries.

The SAGE Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research

The SAGE Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research
Author: Eric E. Bouhassira
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 1552
Release: 2015-06-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 150630124X

The SAGE Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research, Second Edition is filled with new procedures and exciting medical breakthroughs, including executive orders from the Obama administration reversing barriers to research imposed under the Bush administration, court rulings impacting NIH funding of research based on human embryonic stem cells, edicts by the Papacy and other religious leaders, and the first success in cloning human stem cells. Stem cell biology is clearly fueling excitement and potential in traditional areas of developmental biology and in the field of regenerative medicine, where they are believed to hold much promise in addressing any number of intractable medical conditions. This updated second edition encyclopedia will expand on information that was given in the first edition and present more than 270 new and updated articles that explore major topics in ways accessible to nonscientists, thus bringing readers up-to-date with where stem cell biology stands today, including new and evolving ethical, religious, legal, social, and political perspectives. This second edition reference work will serve as a universal resource for all public and academic libraries. It is an excellent foundation for anyone who is interested in the subject area of stem cell biology. Key Features: Reader’s Guide, Further Readings, Cross References, Chronology, Resource Guide, Index A Glossary will elucidate stem cell terminology for the nonscientist Statistics and selected reprints of major journal articles that pertain to milestones achieved in stem cell research Documents from Congressional Hearings on stem cells and cloning Reports to the President’s Council on Bioethics, and more

Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research

Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research
Author:
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 953
Release: 2008
Genre: Stem cells
ISBN: 141295908X

"Provides an understanding of the basic concepts in stem cell biology and addresses the politics, ethics, and challenges currently facing the field"--From publisher description.

Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research

Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research
Author: Clive N. Svendsen
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 953
Release: 2008-08-12
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1452265933

What is a stem cell? We have a basic working definition, but the way we observe a stem cell function in a dish may not represent how it functions in a living organism. Only this is clear: Stem cells are the engine room of multicelluar organisms—both plants and animals. However, controversies, breakthroughs, and frustration continue to swirl in eternal storms through this rapidly moving area of research. But what does the average person make of all this, and how can an interested scholar probe this vast sea of information? The Encyclopedia of Stem Cell Research provides a clear understanding of the basic concepts in stem cell biology and addresses the politics, ethics, and challenges currently facing the field. While stem cells are exciting alone, they are also clearly fueling the traditional areas of developmental biology and the field of regenerative medicine. These two volumes present more than 320 articles that explore major topics related to the emerging science of stem cell research and therapy. Key Features · Describes the different types of stem cells that have been reported so far and, where possible, tries to explain for each age, tissue, and species what is known about the biology of the cells and their history · Captures a strong sense of stem cell biology as it stands today and provides the reader with a reference manual to probe the mysteries of the field · Considers various religious, legal, and political perspectives · Includes selected reprints of major journal articles that pertain to the milestones achieved in stem cell research · Elucidates stem cell terminology for the nonscientist. Key Themes · Biology · Clinical Trials · Countries · Diseases · Ethics · History and Technology · Industry · Institutions · Legal · Organizations · People · Politics · Religion · States With contributions from scholars and institutional experts in the stem cell and social sciences, this Encyclopedia provides a primarily nonscientific resource to understanding the complexities of stem cell research for academic and public libraries.